United Methodism in America: A Compact History

by John G. McEllhenney, Kenneth E. Rowe, Charles Yrigoyen, et al.

Book Overview

This convenient volume offers a panoramic view of the forces and personalities that shaped The United Methodist Church in the United States. Three noted United Methodist historians provide laypersons with a brief history of The United Methodist Church. They skillfully trace the church's origins, beginning with a look at the renewal movement that led to the early denominations within Wesleyanism. They continue through the Second Great Awakening, the periods of slavery and the Civil War, the mergers and unions of the twentieth century, the causes championed by United Methodism, and more.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0687431700
• ISBN13: 9780687431700
• Release Date: April 1992
• Publisher: Abingdon Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Good general guide

this is a useful and concise history of the methodist church in america. covers all major topics in enough detail to be meaningful and yet brief enough to be a quick read. great if you don't have a lot of time, or even if you do.